🇺🇸 New York vs Toronto 🇨🇦

New York, United States vs Toronto, Canada — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. New York is the warmer of the two — about 4 degrees warmer on average across the year. New York is drier, with roughly 13 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇺🇸 New York🇨🇦 Toronto
Avg annual high17°C13°C
Hottest monthJuly (30°C)July (27°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-3°C low)January (-7°C low)
Rainy days / year124137
SnowYesYes
Best months to visitMay, September, OctoberJune, August, September

🇺🇸 New York

Best around May, September, October. Hottest in July (30°C), coldest lows in January (-3°C).

🇨🇦 Toronto

Best around June, August, September. Hottest in July (27°C), coldest lows in January (-7°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is New York or Toronto warmer?

New York is warmer overall, averaging about 4 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, New York or Toronto?

Toronto is rainier — New York sees about 13 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit New York vs Toronto?

New York is best around May, September, October; Toronto is best around June, August, September.

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